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3496-2. Maintenance
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Maintenance and care
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General maintenance
Listed below are the general maintenance items that should be
performed at the intervals specified in the “Owner’s Warranty
Information Booklet” or “Owner’s Manual Supplement/Sched-
uled Maintenance Guide”. It is recommended that any problem
you notice should be brought to the attention of your Toyota
dealer or qualified service shop for advice.
Engine compartment
ItemsCheck points
BatteryCheck the connections. (P. 367)
Brake fluidIs the brake fluid at the correct level? ( P. 364)
Engine coolantIs the engine coolant at the correct level? (P. 362)
Engine oilIs the engine oil at the correct level? (P. 359)
Exhaust systemThere should not be any fumes or strange sounds.
Power steering fluidIs the power steering fluid at the correct level?
(P. 366)
Radiator/condenserThe radiator and condenser should be free from
foreign objects. ( P. 363)
Washer fluidIs there sufficient washer fluid? (P. 370)
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Fuses (P. 388)• Fuse with same amperage rating as original
Light bulbs (P. 391)
• Bulb with same number and wattage rating as
original
• Phillips-head screwdriver
• Flathead screwdriver• Wrench
Power steering fluid
level ( P. 366)• Automatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
• Rag or paper towel• Clean funnel
Radiator and con-
denser (P. 363)
Tire inflation pressure
( P. 377)• Tire pressure gauge
• Compressed air source
Washer fluid
(P. 370)
• Water or washer fluid containing antifreeze (for
winter use)
• Funnel (used only for adding water or washerfluid)
ItemsParts and tools
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Maintenance and care
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Engine compartment
Washer fluid tank (P. 370)
Power steering fluid reservoir ( P. 366)
Engine oil level dipstick ( P. 359)
Engine coolant reservoir ( P. 362)
Engine oil filler cap ( P. 360) Brake fluid reservoir
( P. 364)
Fuse box ( P. 388)
Battery ( P. 367)
Condenser ( P. 363)
Radiator ( P. 363)1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
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Fluid level
The fluid level should be within the appropriate range.
Full (when cold)
Add fluid (when cold)
Full (when hot)
Add fluid (when hot)
Hot: Vehicle has been driven around 50 mph (80 km/h) for 20 min- utes, or slightly longer in frigid temperatures. (Fluid tempera-
ture, 140°F - 175°F [60°C - 80°C]).
Cold: Engine has not been run fo r about 5 hours. (Room tempera-
ture, 50°F - 85°F [10°C - 30°C]).
■Checking the fluid level
Make sure to check the fluid type and prepare the necessary items.
Clean all dirt off the reservoir.
Remove the cap by turn ing it counterclockwise.
Wipe the dipstick clean.
Reinstall the cap and remove it again.
Check the fluid level.
Power steering fluid
1
2
3
4
Fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II or III
ItemsRag or paper, clean funnel (only for adding fluid)
1
2
3
4
5
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Check the battery as follows.
■Battery exterior
Make sure that the battery terminals are not corroded and that
there are no loose connections, cracks, or loose clamps.
Terminals
Hold-down clamp
■ Before recharging
When recharging, the battery produces hydrogen gas which is flammable and
explosive. Therefore, observe the following before recharging:
●If recharging with the battery installed on the vehicle, be sure to disconnect
the ground cable.
● Make sure the power switch on the charger is off when connecting and dis-
connecting the charger cables to the battery.
CAUTION
■When checking the reservoir
Take care as the reservoir may be hot.
NOTICE
■When adding fluid
Avoid overfilling, or the power steering may be damaged.
■ After replacing the reservoir cap
Check the steering box case, vane pump and hose connections for leaks or
damage.
Battery
1
2
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4688-1. Specifications
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Chassis lubrication
Propeller shafts
SpiderLithium base chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Slide yoke
Molybdenum-disulfide lithium base chas-
sis grease, NLGI No.2 or lithium base
chassis grease, NLGI No.2
Steering
Free playLess than 1.2 in. (30 mm)
Power steering fluid typeAutomatic transmission fluid DEXRON® II
or III
Tires and wheels
Tire sizeP265/70R17 113S, P245/60R20 107H
Tire inflation pressure
(Recommended cold tire
inflation pressure)
Front:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm2 or bar)
Rear:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Spare:
32 psi (220 kPa, 2.2 kgf/cm
2 or bar)
Wheel size17 7J, 17 7 1/2J, 20 7J
Wheel nut torque81 ft•lbf (110 N•m, 11.2 kgf•m)
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518Alphabetical index
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Flat tire...................................... 433
Floor mats .................................. 26
FluidAutomatic transmission......... 467
Brake .................................... 467
Power steering ...................... 468
Washer ................................. 370
Fog lights ................................. 211 Replacing light bulbs............. 391
Switch ................................... 211
Wattage ................................ 469
Four-wheel drive system ............................ 232, 236
Front passenger occupant classification system .............. 46
Front personal lights ............... 296
Front seats ............................... 122
Adjustment ............................ 122
Cleaning................................ 344
Correct driving posture ........... 28
Driving position memory ....... 135
Head restraints ..................... 139
Seat heaters ......................... 293
Seat position memory ........... 135
Seat ventilators ..................... 293
Front side marker lights.......... 205
Light switch ........................... 205
Replacing light bulbs............. 398
Wattage ................................ 469 Front turn signal lights ........... 203
Replacing light bulbs ............ 396
Turn signal lever ................... 203
Wattage ................................ 469
Fuel ........................................... 219
Capacity................................ 462
Fuel gauge.............................. 81
Fuel pump shut off system ... 417
Information............................ 470
Refueling .............................. 219
Type.............................. 219, 462
Warning light......................... 420
Fuel filler door ......................... 219 Refueling .............................. 219
Fuel pump shut off system..... 417
Fuses ........................................ 388
Garage door opener ................ 323
Gauges ....................................... 81
Glove box ................................. 299
Grocery bag hooks.................. 308
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522Alphabetical index
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Parking brake ........................... 204Operation .............................. 204
Parking brake engaged warning buzzer ................... 418
Parking lights ........................... 205 Light switch ........................... 205
Replacing light bulbs............. 396
Wattage ................................ 469
Pen holder ................................ 303
Personal lights ......................... 296
Power back window ................ 151 Jam protection function......... 153
Operation .............................. 151
Power outlets ................... 314, 319
Power steering Fluid ...................................... 366
Warning light ......................... 420
Power windows........................ 148 Jam protection function......... 149
Operation .............................. 148
Window lock switch............... 148 Radiator .................................... 363
Rear differential lock
system.................................... 216
Rear seats
Adjustment............................ 125
Folding down ........ 127, 129, 131
Rear step bumper .................... 118
Rear turn signal lights ............ 203
Replacing light bulbs ............ 402
Turn signal lever ................... 203
Wattage ................................ 469
Rear view mirror Inside rear view mirror .......... 144
Outside rear view mirrors ..... 146
Rear view monitor system
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Rear window ............................ 151
Rear window defoggers....................... 282, 288
Rear window wiper .................. 244
Refueling .................................. 219
Capacity................................ 462
Fuel types ............................. 462
Opening the fuel tank cap..... 221
Replacing Fuses .................................... 388
Key battery ........................... 385
Light bulbs ............................ 391
Tires...................................... 433
Reporting safety defects
for U.S. owners...................... 494
Reset the maintenance data ... 348
Roof luggage carrier ............... 170
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